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J791 OPV

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

203,312 mi
Last recorded203,312 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ791 OPV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 203,312 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal various (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 196,459 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/covered by plastic sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/covered by plastic sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 190,007 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive repair covered (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 183,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 177,793 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 177,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 171,190 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 164,663 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 158,348 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 153,013 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 146,628 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 139,194 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 131,544 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 125,057 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all tyres perrished

Pass 9 Dec 2009 118,531 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 113,220 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2007 110,252 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 105,611 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 79,861 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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J791 OPV is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 59,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J791 OPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J791 OPV registered?

J791 OPV is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is J791 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J791 OPV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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